Gabbard Heads To BPC

On Monday of this week Vidalia High School's Jace Gabbard signed his letter of intent to run for the Brewton-Parker College's track & field team. Gabbard was a distance runner for the Indians and was also part of the school record setting 4x800m relay team.

Gabbard was part of the VHS Region Championship team this year and took second place in the 1,600m run in the Region meet. He also ran in the 800m and the 3,200m races, along with being part of the 4x800m team. He also ran for the VHS cross country team.

Gabbard said, “I am excited to join BPC's track team. I like how it is a Christian school, and I am excited to continue my running career and see what is next for me. I have to thank my family for always supporting me. I also want to thank all of my coaches, Coach Godbee, Coach Palmer, Mr. Sharpe, Coach Humphrey and everyone else that has helped me along the way.”

Joe Gabbard, Jace's father added, “We have been thankful for the school district here and the coaches. It has been a great experience for Jace. It takes a lot of work to be a runner, they are out here every day all year long running miles, and I couldn't be more proud of all the work that he has put in.”

Coach Mandy Godbee stated, “Jace has been so much fun to have on the team. He has been a strong cross country and distance runner for us. He has done everything that we have asked him, and has such a great attitude. He has worked very hard to improve and it is great to see him be part of the team that set the school record in the 4x800m.”